Hot chicken might be Nashville's strongest culinary claim to fame - although I'd argue the city's taco and coffee scene is on point as well!
What exactly IS Nashville hot chicken?
While recipes and heat levels vary between establishments and menus, the general concept is crispy, fried chicken tossed in spicy oil. It's served up with slices of white bread, pickles, and classic Southern sides and desserts like macaroni & cheese and banana pudding.
Below you'll find an alphabetized list of all participants in Nashville's 2025 Hot Chicken Week, running January 27 - February 2.
During Hot Chicken Week, each eatery will feature special deals on their hot chicken entrees.
Try them all, and decide for yourself who truly has The Best Hot Chicken in Nashville!
Hot Chicken!
Amerigo Italian Restaurant
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Serving locals and tourists alike since 1991, Amerigo Italian Restaurant is proud to be the longest standing restaurant on West End Avenue.
They offer classic Italian favorites in brunch, lunch, and dinner menus. Private dining and catering are also available.
For reservations, visit their website below.
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Almost Friday Sporting Club
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You'll find burgers and nachos alongside Southern favorites like fried green tomatoes and Nashville's famous hot chicken at Almost Friday.
Bottomless Brunch is served up every weekend.
Book a private party at Almost Friday, or have them cater your next event.
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Hattie B's Hot Chicken - Nashville - Lower Broadway
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Plump, juicy fried chicken, plunged in a mix of liquid spices creates Hattie B's signature Nashville Hot Chicken.
Choose your heat range from the no-heat Southern to the makes-grown-men-cry Shut The Cluck Up. Throw on some sides like slaw and fries, and finish up with a scoop of peach cobbler or banana pudding.
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Hattie B's Hot Chicken - Nashville - West
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Plump, juicy fried chicken, plunged in a mix of liquid spices creates Hattie B's signature Nashville Hot Chicken.
Choose your heat range from the no-heat Southern to the makes-grown-men-cry Shut The Cluck Up.
Throw on some sides like slaw and fries, and finish up with a scoop of peach cobbler or banana pudding.
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Hattie B's Hot Chicken - Nashville - Melrose
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Plump, juicy fried chicken, plunged in a mix of liquid spices creates Hattie B's signature Nashville Hot Chicken.
Choose your heat range from the no-heat Southern to the makes-grown-men-cry Shut The Cluck Up. Throw on some sides like slaw and fries, and finish up with a scoop of peach cobbler or banana pudding.
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Hattie B's Hot Chicken - Nashville - Midtown
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Plump, juicy fried chicken, plunged in a mix of liquid spices creates Hattie B's signature Nashville Hot Chicken.
Choose your heat range from the no-heat Southern to the makes-grown-men-cry Shut The Cluck Up.
Throw on some sides like slaw and fries, and finish up with a scoop of peach cobbler or banana pudding.
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The Nashville Palace
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Did you say Nashville Hot Buffalo Chicken Dip?
The famous Nashville Palace, "Nashville's Original Honky Tonk," might be best known for its live music, drinks, and dance floor, but their food menu is not to be ignored!
Customizable burgers, ribs, fried green tomatoes, and more join their shareable drinks bar offerings and brunch menu.
Take a line dance lesson, cheer on the headline act, and enjoy your night out the Nashville way!
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Tee Line Nashville
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Nashville's first curling venue. Full service restaurant and bar. Bowling.
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